Engineering Director

Caterpillar Inc.

Not specified (assumed to be flexible based on global team dynamics)
Lead globally distributed engineering and pmo
Drive end-to-end process optimization
Leverage ai, automation, and advanced analytics
Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Engineering Director to lead globally distributed engineering and PMO teams, focusing on process optimization, AI, and automation to enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, experience with modern engineering practices, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive and innovative culture

Job Summary

  • Plans, directs, and leads engineering and PMO teams to ensure projects, initiatives, and processes comply with established policies and objectives, while actively modernizing delivery through AI, data, and automation‑driven practices.
  • Drive end‑to‑end process optimization across engineering, program management, and delivery lifecycles, identifying inefficiencies and bottlenecks and implementing lean, agile, and data‑driven improvements.
  • Build, develop, and retain high‑performing engineering and PMO leaders across multiple geographies, creating strong coaching, mentoring, and succession planning mechanisms.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Caterpillar Inc. is seeking an Engineering Director to lead globally distributed engineering and PMO teams, focusing on process optimization, AI, and automation to enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, experience with modern engineering practices, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive and innovative culture.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead globally distributed engineering and PMO
  • Drive end-to-end process optimization
  • Leverage AI, automation, and advanced analytics
  • Ensure engineering solutions meet quality expectations
  • Build, develop, and retain high-performing leaders

Nice-to-have

  • Foster a culture of experimentation
  • Promote an inclusive, collaborative culture
  • Partner with business and technology leaders

Key Requirements

  • Forward-looking engineering leader
  • Demonstrated ability to optimize processes
  • Drive efficiency at scale
  • Lead globally distributed PMO and engineering teams

Work Rights

Not specified

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